We have now begun the transition process for students starting with us in September 2026.

Parents and Carers are invited into our school on Tuesday 30th June 2026 at 5pm for our transition meeting. Here we will give lots of information about the transition process and the September start.

Students are invited to join us for our transition days on Wednesday 1st July 2026 and Thursday 2nd July 2026. 

They will need:

• To wear their normal primary school uniform.
• To arrive at 9am via the Assembly Hall gates, past the Library entrance - staff will be around to guide students.
• Their PE kit for the Thursday session.
• A bottle of water.

Students will finish at 3pm and can be met by parents/carers at the main school gates.

A free lunch will be provided for all new students on these days.

Parents and Carers are also invited to join us at 9am each day for refreshments and to meet with members of the Senior Leadership Team and our SEND Team. We will be available to answer any further questions you may have.

Moving around a new school can be a daunting task! Here's some useful facts to help you navigate our school and you can also check out our downloadable site map here

• Our site consists of 5 blocks
• Classrooms are either upstairs (Upper) or downstairs (Lower)
• All classrooms are named with a 4 character code 
  • Which block it is in
  • Whether it is upstairs (U) or downstairs (L)
  • How far around the corridoor it is

So, for example, a classroom with code 3U23 is in Block 3, Upstairs and the 23 classroom along

Don't worry, as you move around the site you will soon pick up where your classrooms are!

One of the best ways to get off to a good start at a new school and to give yourself that little burst of confidence is to make sure you're wearing the correct clothes. Check out our uniform page to see what you can and can't wear at Ken Stimpson and if in doubt check with your Tutor first!

Have you got the right equipment? Check out our equipment checklist to make sure you have everything you need for that first day

Students have the option of either bringing a packed lunch from home or buying food from our school canteen.   You can find out more about our canteen services and cashless catering here.

During your time at Ken Stimpson you will rely heavily on our IT equipment and services.  When you first join us you will be issued with a school Username and Password.  This will allow you to access everything you need.  Should you require any support with our systems do feel free to pop along to the IT Services office where we will give you the help you need or ask your teacher to contact us.

Find out more about our IT services here.

If you are cycling to school you will need to ensure you have a good bike lock and a helmet.  You can lock your bike at the front of the school where it can be collected at the end of the day.